#1
Which psychological theory emphasizes the role of reinforcement in learning?
Behavioral Theory
ExplanationFocuses on reinforcement's role in learning.
#2
According to behaviorist theory, learning is primarily influenced by:
External stimuli and reinforcement
ExplanationExternal stimuli and reinforcement shape learning.
#3
Who developed the theory of operant conditioning?
B.F. Skinner
ExplanationB.F. Skinner developed operant conditioning theory.
#4
According to Piaget's theory of cognitive development, which stage occurs during infancy?
Sensorimotor
ExplanationInfancy stage is Sensorimotor.
#5
Who proposed the theory of multiple intelligences?
Howard Gardner
ExplanationHoward Gardner proposed multiple intelligences theory.
#6
Which theory suggests that learning occurs through observation and imitation of others?
Social Learning Theory
ExplanationLearning via observation and imitation is Social Learning Theory.
#7
Who proposed the Social Learning Theory?
Albert Bandura
ExplanationAlbert Bandura introduced the Social Learning Theory.
#8
According to constructivist theory, learners:
Construct their own understanding of the world
ExplanationLearners build their own understanding.
#9
In Vygotsky's sociocultural theory, what is the term for the process of learning from others who are more skilled or knowledgeable?
Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)
ExplanationLearning from more skilled others is ZPD.
#10
Which theory suggests that individuals strive to fulfill their potential through self-actualization?
Humanistic Theory
ExplanationFocuses on self-actualization.
#11
Who introduced the concept of schema in cognitive development?
Jean Piaget
ExplanationJean Piaget introduced the concept of schema.
#12
According to the sociocultural theory, what is the role of culture in learning?
It shapes individual learning through social interaction
ExplanationCulture shapes learning via social interaction.
#13
Which psychological theory focuses on the importance of individual differences in learning?
Multiple Intelligences Theory
ExplanationEmphasizes individual learning differences.
#14
According to the Information Processing Theory, what is the process of transferring information into memory called?
Encoding
ExplanationTransfer of information to memory is Encoding.
#15
Which theory suggests that individuals actively process information like a computer?
Cognitive Theory
ExplanationIndividuals process information like computers.
#16
Which theory suggests that learning is influenced by the interplay between individual characteristics, behavior, and environmental factors?
Ecological Systems Theory
ExplanationLearning influenced by individual, behavior, and environment interplay.
#17
Which theory suggests that learning is influenced by the internal mental processes, including attention, memory, and problem-solving?
Cognitive Theory
ExplanationInternal mental processes influence learning in Cognitive Theory.